Touchstone Cottage

D494, 3245 Hilton, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.8/10! <small>(score from <b>14</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Touchstone Cottage

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9.7
Scored 9.7
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
14 reviews
  • Entire home
  • 1184 ft² size
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
    In all areas • 17 Mbps
  • Free parking

Boasting mountain views, Touchstone Cottage features accommodation with a garden and a patio, around 15 km from Umgeni Valley Nature Reserve. The property has garden views and is 16 km from Queen Elizabeth Park Nature Reserve and 17 km from Howick Museum. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The spacious chalet features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hilton, like cycling. Howick Falls is 17 km from Touchstone Cottage, while KwaZulu-Natal Museum is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Pietermaritzburg Airport, 23 km from the accommodation.

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Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
10
Location
9.8
High score for Hilton
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Di
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful setting and very comfortable. A big thankyou to the hosts.”
  • Gilmour
    South Africa South Africa
    “Nice a quite, very homely and comfortable. Amazing views over the valleys. Close to town and Hilton College”
  • Ettienne
    South Africa South Africa
    “Beautiful location. Very cozy cottage. Roger always kept us informed and made sure everything was OK. Highly recommended.”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Roger & Andea

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score
Roger & Andea
A gorgeous 2 bedroom, free standing cottage with two en suite bathrooms. Close to Hilton College, the midlands and amenities. Excellent security and private access. Set on 12 hectares within the James Wakelin Grassland Nature Reserve.
Set in the Midlands - close to St Anne’s and Hilton College. Walking, running and MTB. Ideal for a midlands getaway
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Touchstone Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Good free WiFi 17 Mbps. Suitable for streaming HD content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional toilet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Bath
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    • Desk
    Room Amenities
    • Socket near the bed
    • Electric blankets
    • Tile/marble floor
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Sun terrace
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Horse riding
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Additional charge
    Outdoor & View
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Detached
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Security alarm
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Touchstone Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 14:00 to 21:00

    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 11:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    No cots or extra beds are available.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Touchstone Cottage

    • Touchstone Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Touchstone Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Horse riding

    • Touchstone Cottage is 2.3 miles from the centre of Hilton. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Touchstone Cottage is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at Touchstone Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Yes, Touchstone Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Touchstone Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.